Comparing two dental implant types for people with diabetes
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests two different types of dental implants to see which one works better for people with type 2 diabetes who need a single tooth replacement. It aims to find if one implant is more successful than the other over time.
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Who can take part
- You must be at least 18 years old and able to sign a consent form.
- You must have at least one missing tooth in your upper or lower jaw that can be replaced with a dental implant of at least 7 mm long and a minimum width (3.5–4.5 mm depending on location).
- You must have well-controlled type 2 diabetes for at least 1 year, with recent HbA1c levels between 7.5% and 12%.
- You must have good oral hygiene (plaque index of 25% or less) and no untreated gum disease (periodontitis).
- If you smoke, you can participate, but you will be placed in a smoking category (non, moderate, or heavy).
- You cannot have had radiation to the head or neck, take intravenous bisphosphonates, be pregnant or nursing, have substance abuse issues, or have untreated infections in the area.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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